Denver Zoo
A century-old zoo in City Park, where the Asian elephant passage and the Predator Ridge exhibit are visitor favorites.
Founded in 1896 inside City Park, the Denver Zoo covers about 32 hectares and houses roughly 3,000 animals. The Toyota Elephant Passage lets Asian elephants move between connected enclosures, while Predator Ridge recreates an African savanna with lions and hyenas roaming free. The flat grounds are easy for kids, and the Zoo Lights festival runs on winter evenings. Adult admission is about $25, and advance online booking is recommended on busy weekends. Located within City Park, about a 10-minute walk from the Museum of Nature & Science.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–17:00 (earlier closing in winter)
Nearby sights
- Denver Museum of Nature & Science
- Denver Botanic Gardens
- Molly Brown House Museum
- RiNo Art District
- Colorado State Capitol
- History Colorado Center
- Denver Art Museum
- United States Mint at Denver